Other happenings

Here's a look at some other winter meeting action:

• The Yankees have signed CC Sabathia to a 7 year deal worth around $160 million according to John Heyman of SI.com reports.
• Closer Kerry Wood has signed with the Indians for 2 years, with a vesting option for 2011.
• The Braves and White Sox are talking about a deal that would send Jermaine Dye to Atlanta, reports WFAN reporter Sweeny Murti.
• The Mets and other teams are interested in SS Michael Young.
• The Mets, Angels, Phillies, Braves and Nationals have been in touch with the agent of Raul Ibanez. The Mets had dinner with his agent at the meetings.

BOTTOM LINE: K-Rod and the Mets set off this hot stove.